OTA Update 2.6.16

[hmp10]

We didn't buy a DE-P to be efficient did we?

True that.

 

[Buffalo Bob]

The efficiency improvement is noticeable at 70 mph highway cruising so I think this update is great.

Hi, @Adnillien! So, your description sounds as though we can expect an improvement to our prior miles/kWh when driving under the same conditions. I was hoping it would be that, and not something like improvement to the power curve when you tromp on the pedal... As if an old fart like me driving a Lucid needed more power! Do you have any information you can share on how the improvement was achieved, such as perhaps allowing the front motor to more effectively free-wheel when power up front is not needed? Thanks!

 

[ColonelBadger]

Hi, @Adnillien! So, your description sounds as though we can expect an improvement to our prior miles/kWh when driving under the same conditions. I was hoping it would be that, and not something like improvement to the power curve when you tromp on the pedal... As if an old fart like me driving a Lucid needed more power! Do you have any information you can share on how the improvement was achieved, such as perhaps allowing the front motor to more effectively free-wheel when power up front is not needed? Thanks!

From what I heard it's the latter. They reduce power to the front motor in certain circumstances.

 

[hmp10]

From what I heard it's the latter. They reduce power to the front motor in certain circumstances.

Interesting. If that's the case, I wonder why it couldn't be done easily for the Dream Editions as well?

 

[Adnillien]

Hi, @Adnillien! So, your description sounds as though we can expect an improvement to our prior miles/kWh when driving under the same conditions. I was hoping it would be that, and not something like improvement to the power curve when you tromp on the pedal... As if an old fart like me driving a Lucid needed more power! Do you have any information you can share on how the improvement was achieved, such as perhaps allowing the front motor to more effectively free-wheel when power up front is not needed? Thanks!

I would say 0.2 mi/kWhr improvement. Not a game changer, but noticeable.

 

[kaz3320]

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That last part makes me think people should not update their cars unless they have their physical key fob with them.

 

[hmp10]

I would say 0.2 mi/kWhr improvement. Not a game changer, but noticeable.

That's almost 24 miles more range on a full charge (big battery pack). Another way to look at it is that it offsets about 5% of the battery deterioration that any EV owner experiences in the first few years. Either way, not too shabby.

 

[CWedge411]

So much wow. My robot vacuum has had better updates.

 

[DeaneG]

I'm glad to have it. There will be more.

 

[segbrk]

That last part makes me think people should not update their cars unless they have their physical key fob with them.

Infotainment Bluetooth and key bluetooth are completely separate devices. You should be fine. Never hurts to have the key card with you though.

 

[kaz3320]

Infotainment Bluetooth and key bluetooth are completely separate devices. You should be fine. Never hurts to have the key card with you though.

Good to know. Thanks!

 

[Stevegross]

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I do not see an upgrade on my Air gt still at 2.6.11

 

[segbrk]

I do not see an upgrade on my Air gt still at 2.6.11

Updates don't roll out to everyone at once to avoid fleetwide issues in case there are any bugs that need to be addressed. Don't worry about it. This one seems to be going out quicker than some, but the usual rule is to not think about it or call anyone until 2 weeks have passed from the initial release.

 

[Buffalo Bob]

I would say 0.2 mi/kWhr improvement. Not a game changer, but noticeable.

That's nothing to sneeze at. The name of the game is eking out a little here and there until you wind up with a whole lot. Do you know the details of how it was achieved?

 

[Adnillien]

That's nothing to sneeze at. The name of the game is eking out a little here and there until you wind up with a whole lot. Do you know the details of how it was achieved?

I do not know.

 

[Sam6062]

Woohoo! But I do not have it yet.

 

[SaratogaLefty]

I got it overnight and upgraded today. Took about 100 minutes. Haven't driven the car yet.

 

[idiot900]

Every DA improvement gets us closer to hands free operation. I’ll gladly accept a 0.2 mi/kWh free upgrade! Those few extra miles can make all the difference when down to the wire.

 

[Sam6062]

Every DA improvement gets us closer to hands free operation. I’ll gladly accept a 0.2 mi/kWh free upgrade! Those few extra miles can make all the difference when down to the wire.

So true! I like what they are saying about that on this release.

 

[Tim-in-CA]

Looking forward to the improved efficiency!